First of all, know that the trip just two people, a married professional couple in our 50's on a two week vacation. Now, the review......
PROS:
1. It is in a true neighborhood where people talk to each other. When walking our golden retriever, we met many residents who were simply lovely. Know that you are in a neighborhood of homes, NOT other weekly rentals. VERY safe area.
2. The home is fully fenced, the pool area is caged. This was great for a bug free experience.
3. The pool was SO CLEAN, and is cleaned weekly. The pool people were in and out in 20 minutes, you do not need to be home as they do not access the house.
4. Not a bug inside the home! This is Florida, and you can tell they have a service. I loved this bug free experience!
5. Nice updates - flooring, furniture and bathrooms were all updated and fit our needs well.
6. GREAT A/C! The house cooled down very well (once we learned how to use NEST!) and stayed cool.
7. The location was GREAT! 5 minute drive (at most) to bars, restaurants, Publix, Winn Dixie.
8. Nice layout if you have kids or two/thee couples. Split floor plan offers great privacy.
9. The home is clean, well stocked with everything you need for vacation. No carpet which I appreciated - nothing worse than nasty carpet in a rental!
10. Master bed was VERY comfy. I am a Temperpedic girl, so I always have an issue in rentals/hotels. The master bed was GREAT! We brought our own bedding so I cannot comment on their blankets/pillows.
11. Pool heater worked GREAT and we had a fabulous time with the pool. Not sure how some are complaining about that in their reviews?
12. Internet was great, and the TV had cable plus the ability to sign in to HBO Max, Prime, Hulu, Netflix, etc.
13. Manager is VERY easy to reach and immediately rectified our one issue of not understanding how to turn on AC. Thanks Kellie!
CONS:
1. It is in a true residential area as stated above. If you plan to be wild until midnight outside at the house, this is not the place for you.
2. There was not a check out sheet with what needed to be completed available. However, one call to Kellie and she told me to take out the garbage, do dishes and that is it. Thus, no need for one!
This house is a rare, great find. If renting in this area again, I 100% will see if this place is available. WONDERFUL experience in a truly great area. Thanks for renting to us!